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Apr 25, 2019
Nintendo just held its quarterly earnings call to its investors and spilled some tiny beans on upcoming Nintendo related news. The investor call ( which we imagine takes place in a room full of Tom Nooks gathered around a table decorated with towers of bell bags ) was all about Nintendos plans in 2019. Luckily part of the plan was a confirmation that Animal Crossing Switch is to be released this year – yay!
Of course we were already promised a release window for Animal Crossing Switch this year, but lately Nintendo has delayed many of their projects including Mario Tour, Metroid 4 and the unspoken Pikmin game just to name a few. It comes with great relief that Nintendo confirmed that our beloved village simulator will still land on our Nintendo Switch this year.
Besides Animal Crossing Switch, Nintendo also confirmed that Pokemon Shield and Pokemon Sword are still to come this year. Interestingly the big N states a winter release for these games. If history is any indication Nintendo would not risk releasing two major titles too close to each others. Last year the company released Pokemon Pikachu and Pokemon Eve in November followed by another big release of Smash Bros in December. If we were to make a rough guesstimate and assumption we would think that an Animal Crossing Switch release in September would be a great solution, but who are we to make such bold statements. 🙂
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Nintendos launch schedule for upcoming games Thanks to Nintendo we can all be a little bit more relaxed and keep waiting patiently for Isabelle and co. to finally make an appearance on our consoles. For now we have to make do with the announcement trailer of the game back from September, 2018… sigh. We have added it for our, as well as your convenience below in case you’d like to watch it one more time ( We know you do! ).
In case you missed it a new Story of Seasons has been confirmed to be in development for Nintendo Switch. Mario Kart Tour, the first mobile game in the franchise is kicking off a beta test on Android and sign-ups are already open.
source: Nintendo
- Apr 17, 2019
It has become a trend among Animal Crossing fans to grab up left overs of Animal Crossing Amiibos for as low as $1 in retail stores across America. Nintendo must have recognized our need for more cute figurines to collect as the big N just announced a brand new Isabelle Amiibo, as well as a new Pichu and Pokemon Trainer Amiibo.
Since Smash Bros. Ultimate has been released, Nintendo created a pattern of new Amiibo waves to go with the ever growing community of Smash Bros. fans. Check out the Amazon pre-order, in case you want to own one or any of the three new Amiibos.
The new additions to the Amiibo family will arrive on July 26th. You can take a looksie at the new Amiibos below. For more nostalgia and a more old school approach to Nintendo news, check out our top 15 cute games on the much beloved Nintendo 3DS.
- Dec 8, 2018
Whether you’re looking for great games to give to a gamer this Christmas, titles to spend your Christmas money on, or simply want a reminder of the Switch games 2018 brought to us, look no further. Here are ten terrific Switch games from 2018.
Celeste
Celeste is a narrative-driven adventure platformer featuring pixel graphics. The aim of the game is to help Madeline survive her inner demons on her journey to the top of Celeste Mountain. with over 700 screens of platforming challenges and secrets, and over 2 hours of original music featuring live piano and catchy synth beats, it’s no surprise that the game was given a 92% rating by Metacritic upon its release for Switch back in January. At just £17.99, the game undoubtedly offers good value for money.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is the latest addition to Nintendo’s popular Super Smash Bros. series. The Super Smash Bros. series is a collection of crossover fighting games which mainly feature characters from Nintendo’s own franchises. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate has new fighters such as Isabelle from Animal Crossing and Inkling from Splatoon, as well as reoccurring favourites such as Yoshi and Pikachu. The game was released just yesterday, the 7th December 2018.
Get Smash Bros. Ultimate here.
Pokemon: Let’s Go! Eevee & Pokemon: Let’s Go! Pikachu
Pokémon: Let’s Go, Pikachu! and Let’s Go, Eevee! are the two variations of RPG game Pokemon: Let’s go! The game was developed by Game Freak and published by The Pokémon Company and Nintendo for the Nintendo Switch console. Using a throwing motion with the Joy-Con or Poké Ball accessory, players can catch a variety of True-to-size Pokemon. Set in the diverse region of Kanto, use skill, timing and a well-placed Poké Ball to catch your favourite Pokemon. You can also connect your game to the Pokémon GO app to receive Kanto region Pokémon. Both versions were released on November 16th, 2018, and cost $59.99 to purchase.
Get Pokemon Let’s Go here.
Yonder: The Cloud Catcher Chronicles
Yonder is an open-world adventure game by Prideful Sloth that was initially released on July 18th 2017 for PS4 and Windows. Owing to its success, it was also released on the Switch eShop on May 17th 2018. With ‘Very Positive’ reviews on Steam, the game has been praised for its beautiful graphics and music, and the relaxing nature of the game-play. Whilst players can fish, farm, craft, and explore, the main aim of the game is to befriend and collect magical creatures (known as sprites), in order to banish the ‘Murk’ from the world of Gemea.
Get Yonder: The Cloud Catcher here.
Undertale
Undertale is a story-rich RPG by tobyfox with ‘Overwhelmingly Positive’ reviews. Described as ‘The RPG where you don’t have to destroy anyone’, Undertale is story-rich due to your character’s journey, and also due to player choices affecting the game. You play as a human child who has fallen underground into the realm of monsters and thus, tries to find their way home. You encounter both good monsters and bad along the way, which you can choose to spare or fight. There are a variety of puzzles to complete in order to progress, and a variety of interesting areas to explore.
Night in the Woods
Night in the Woods is an autumnal themed indie adventure game. Highly relatable to many, the game shows the crumbling former mining town of Possum Springs. After the protagonist, Mae Borowski drops out of college and returns to her hometown, she finds things as gloomy and hopeless as ever. But this time there’s something more. Strange and eery occurrences are happening. And there’s something in the woods. This charming game with beautiful music can be purchased for only £17.09 on the Switch eShop.
Little Dragons Cafe
Little Dragons Cafe is a game from Rising Star Games, who are infamous for their Harvest Moon series. The story begins with a twin brother and sister running a small café with their mother. All was peaceful and routine until one morning the twins discovered that their mother fell into a deep sleep and wouldn’t wake up. Suddenly, an old wizard appears and tells the twins that their mother is gravely ill and that they must raise a dragon in order to save her. Working together with their three quirky staff members (waiter, waitress, and chef), the two siblings must raise a dragon and manage the family business while at the same time discover what is causing their mother’s illness and find a cure.
Get Little Dragons Cafe here. Check out the adorable limited collection here.
Firewatch (upcoming)
The critically acclaimed story-rich 2016 game Firewatch, is making its way to Switch later this month. Set to be released on the eShop on the 17th December 2018 in America, Europe, Australia and Japan, the game will cost $19.99 to purchase. It is unknown whether Firewatch will get a physical release. Firewatch is an award-winning atmospheric walking simulation adventure game developed by Campo Santo. Set in 1989, you play as a man who is a fire lookout in the Wyoming wilderness. Something strange leads you to explore the nearby forest, forcing you to make decisions that can both build and destroy relationships.
The First Tree
The First Tree is a 3D exploration game featuring beautiful graphics and 2 parallel stories. The indie adventure game was Developed and Published on Steam by David Wehle on the 14th November 2017, and has received very positive reviews. Earlier on this year, it was announced that the game would be coming to consoles later on in 2018. St to be released on November 30th, The First Tree: Console Edition will be available to download on Nintendo Switch, PS4 and Xbox One. The console price has not yet been announced, but the game is currently affordably priced at $7.99 on Steam.
Cattails
Cattails is a feline-themed simulation RPG game available on Steam and Nintendo Switch. Originally developed and published by Falcon Entertainment for PC, Mac and Linux on December 1st 2017, the game has garnered very ‘paws-itive’ feedback since its release, subsequently leading to the game’s recent release on Switch. Through the eyes of a cat, Cattails allows players to hunt for food, interact with other cats, gather herbs and explore an expansive world. Kotaku have said that “Cattails looks like Stardew Valley, except cats.” and IGN have said that Cattails is “an adorably silly game, but one that’s also a lot of fun.”
- Nov 11, 2018
[dropcap]I[/dropcap]ncluding daydreaming doggies, portable Pokemon, and enigmatic exploration, here are three games to be released this month on Nintendo Switch that we think you’ll enjoy.
Mimpi Dreams
Mimpi Dreams is a 2015 game that incorporates adventure, puzzle and platformer. Initially released in 2015 for iOS, Mimpi Dreams is the sequel to the video game Mimpi, which was released in 2013. Mimpi Dreams will be available to download for the Nintendo Switch via the eShop on the 15th November 2018 for $9.99.
About:
Mimpi is described as a ‘Lazy Doggy’ who becomes a ‘Superdog’ in his dreams. In Mimpi Dreams, your job is to help Mimpi be a hero and help his friends by manipulating his dreams. Featuring seven original illustrated worlds, players can assist Mimpi in getting through levels by moving obstacles, solving puzzles, and helping Mimpi communicate with the creatures in his dreams.
Pokemon: Let’s Go! Eevee & Pokemon: Let’s Go! Pikachu
Pokémon: Let’s Go, Pikachu! and Let’s Go, Eevee! are the two variations of upcoming RPG game Pokemon: Let’s go! The game is in development by Game Freak and will be published by The Pokémon Company and Nintendo for the Nintendo Switch console. Using a throwing motion with the Joy-Con or Poké Ball accessory, players can catch a variety of True-to-size Pokemon. Set in the diverse region of Kanto, use skill, timing and a well-placed Poké Ball to catch your favorite Pokemon. You can also connect your game to the Pokémon GO app to receive Kanto region Pokémon. Both versions will be released on November 16th, 2018, and cost $59.99 to purchase.
The First Tree
The First Tree is a 3D exploration game featuring beautiful graphics and 2 parallel stories. The indie adventure game was Developed and Published on Steam by David Wehle on the 14th November 2017, and has received very positive reviews. Earlier on this year, it was announced that the game would be coming to consoles later on in 2018. St to be released on November 30th, The First Tree: Console Edition will be available to download on Nintendo Switch, PS4 and Xbox One. The console price has not yet been announced, but the game is currently affordably priced at $7.99 on Steam.
Key Features:
- For fans of Journey, Firewatch, and Shelter.
- Not a “fox simulator,” but an emotional, intimate story by a one-man team with an ending you won’t soon forget.
- Featuring a gorgeous soundtrack by acclaimed artists like Message to Bears, Lowercase Noises, and Josh Kramer.
- A short game (about an hour and a half) focused on story with some light puzzle solving and platforming.
- Nov 3, 2018
[dropcap]P[/dropcap]okemon fans are in for a treat with a vibrant upcoming MMORPG entitled Temtem.
The game is currently in development by indie developers Crema, who are also publishing the game. With a Kickstarter for the game only launched on May 29th 2018, the estimated delivery of the finished game is November 2019. However, the developers are aiming to release an alpha version of the game on November 29th 2018 (although they have admitted that this may be delayed until December 2018).
Temtem will be accessible to most gamers due to the variety of platforms it will be released on. These platforms include Steam (Windows), Nintendo Switch, Xbox One and PS4. The game will be launched on Steam, Xbox One and PS4 at the same time. Alpha and Early Access versions of the game will only happen on Steam
Temtem, which is heavily inspired by pokemon, takes place in the aesthetic Airborne Archipelago and is described by Crema as “a massively multiplayer creature-collection adventure”. Alongside your Temtem squad, you can catch and collect Temtems, battle rival tamers, customize your house, join in on a friend’s adventure and explore a dynamic online world.
- Story Campaign: Journey across six vivid islands and embark on the adventure of becoming a Temtem tamer while fighting against the evil Clan Belsoto.
- Online World: The days of traveling solo are over; in Temtem the world is a massively multiplayer one. Tamers from around the world can join and you will be able to see them around you, living the adventure with you and fighting to become the best Temtem tamer.
- Co-Op Adventure: You will be able to join forces with a friend any time and work together towards your next goal. Catch new Temtem, complete a Route, or face off against a Temtem Leader; all while fighting alongside your friend in dual battles!
- Housing: Buy your own house at Atoll Row and decorate it your way. Buy new furniture, color your walls and you’ll be ready to invite your friends over!
- Customize: Customize your character to stand out from the crowd and get new cosmetics while you battle other tamers. Pick a silly hat, a comfy sweatshirt, some pants and you’re ready to go! Or maybe you prefer to wear a full-on cosplay of your favorite Temtem?
- Competitive: Start by choosing 10 Temtem and the pick and ban phase will begin. Take turns with your rival to pick your Temtem and ban theirs. When all the decisions are made and the turns are ended, you will end up with a squad of 4 Temtem and the battle will begin.
- Oct 14, 2018
[dropcap]F[/dropcap]ollowing on from last month’s Splatoon event, the Poke Ball Scavenger Hunt is now a GO on Pocket Camp.
Just look at that giant stuffed Eevee! Isn't it adorable? The Poké Ball Scavenger Hunt is a GO. That means you can craft wonderfully wild clothing and furniture, including the stuffed Eevee, an Eevee costume, an Eevee tee, and a Poké Ball rug. #PocketCamp pic.twitter.com/lS57lhyD1p
— Tom Nook (@animalcrossing) October 13, 2018
With an Eevee costume, an adorable giant Eevee plushie, and other Poke ball and Eevee themed items, this event is one that Pokemon fans won’t want to miss! The event will last until October 23rd, so ‘catch ’em all’ whilst you can.
Throughout the event, players can find Poke balls around the campsite, which they can then use (alongside Leaf tickets) to craft the special event items.
Players can obtain an Eevee hood in their mailbox by just logging into the game.
Additionally, director of Pokemon Let’s Go: Eevee!/Pikachu! Junichi Masuda is joining in with the fun and tweeting about the event.
出来た！着た！ pic.twitter.com/qpHoTZDDWk
— 増田順一@GAME FREAK inc. (@Junichi_Masuda) October 12, 2018
- Aug 24, 2018
[dropcap]D[/dropcap]oesn’t time fly? It’s nearly the end of Summer. But don’t be sad, because that means it’s nearly Autumn!
With delicious hot drinks, cozy sweaters, and Halloween (aka candy), as well as some awesome upcoming Switch games, I’m really looking forward to Fall this year.
Curled up on the sofa, with a cup of hot chocolate in one hand, these are the upcoming Switch games I’ll be playing this Autumn.
The Gardens Between
The Gardens Between is an upcoming indie adventure puzzle game. With stunning graphics and an intriguing storyline, this relaxing and atmospheric game is a must-have. It will be released for PC, Switch and PS4 on 20th September 2018.
Undertale (Japan)
Undertale is a pixel-art-stylised story-rich RPG game. With an Overwhelmingly positive rating on Steam, the game was immediately loved by many upon its release back in 2015. Due to popular demand, it’s finally heading to Switch. Whilst its September 15th release date is solely for Japan, we are hoping that a western release will follow shortly after.
Moonlighter
Moonlighter is a Pixel-art-stylised action adventure game. Released for PC, Xbox One and PS4 on May 29th of this year, the game is finally getting a Switch port. Features of the game include fighting, exploring, shopkeeping, crafting and more. Whilst there is no set release date, the game will be available to purchase at some point during Autumn this year.
Super Mario Party
The release of the first Mario party game for Switch is nigh. With the indispensable Mario Party board game experience, as well as the all-new ‘Toad’s Rec Room’ and 80 new minigames, the game is perfect for entertaining families and parties. The game will be released on the 5th October 2018.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oAuNwjd4O-4
Just Dance 2019
The ever-popular Just Dance series returns with its latest installment, Just Dance 2019. With chart-topping hits, to family favorites, the game is sure to please the whole family. If you’re looking for a super fun way to keep fit, you can purchase the game for Switch on October 26th.
Pokemon: Let’s Go, Eevee! & Pokemon: Let’s Go, Pikachu!
Using a throwing motion with the Joy-Con or Poké Ball accessory, players can catch a variety of True-to-size Pokemon. Set in the diverse region of Kanto, use skill, timing and a well-placed Poké Ball to catch your favorite Pokemon. You can also connect your game to the Pokémon GO app to receive Kanto region Pokémon. Both versions of Pokemon: Let’s Go will be released on November 16th, 2018.
- Jun 10, 2018
Ooblets at E3 2018
[dropcap]O[/dropcap]oblets have announced that they will be taking part in E3 this year. PC Gamer will therefore be revealing some exclusive secrets about Ooblets on their PC Gaming Show on Twitch. The stream will take place tomorrow (Monday 11th June) at 3pm PT, at Twitch.tv/pcgamer.
Brand new pins at The Yetee
To celebrate their participation in E3, the developers have added 3 more Ooblets pins to their merchandise collection. The pins can be purchased alongside pre-existing Ooblets merchandise at The Yetee.
Ooblets Discord emojis
Those who follow Ooblets on Twitter and Discord may already be aware of this, but some awesome Ooblets emojis are now available to use on Discord. You can follow Ooblets on Discord (if you haven’t already) here.
May Devlog
In their May Devlog (which can be read here), the developers talk about their engagement with E3, and how more information about the game’s progress will be revealed there. In the meantime however, they talk about updates such as:
- New animations
- Added dialogue
- The ability for characters to visually hold items
- More male hairstyles
- Region design testing
They have stated that next on their to-do list is:
- To finish Badgetown
- To complete the friendship system
- To try and get the game ready for early testing
